Barnier v. Wells

OPINION

AMUNDSON, Judge.

Appellant Thomas Bucklin Wells challenges the trial court’s judgment increasing his monthly child support obligation from $300 to $1,000; directing him to pay insurance and medical expense arrearages; and awarding respondent $20,000 in attorney fees. We affirm in part, reverse in part and remand.

FACTS

Respondent Renee Barnier, n/k/a Renee Barnier Wilson, gave birth to a child in November 1987. Wilson brought a paternity proceeding in December 1987 and appellant Thomas Wells was adjudicated the biological father. The parties stipulated to the amount of Wells’ child…